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VA CPA's Say Conform, Hold Tax Funds for Later
The Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA) Monday called on the 2019 Virginia General Assembly to conform Virginia tax with recent federal changes, to track and sequester the hundreds of millions of dollars in higher taxes thus generated and … Continue reading
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Unfunded Pension Liabilities a Benefits Problem, Not Just a Funding Problem
In the analysis of unfunded state pension liabilities, there are two main components: assets and liabilities. Here in Virginia, most attention is focused on the asset side of the equation — how much money have state and local governments set … Continue reading
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The Logperch Veto
Virginia has its very own snail darter – the Roanoke logperch, a threatened species of fish, the existence of which could delay or even obstruct a multibillion-dollar infrastructure project. The snail darter became a cause celebre for endangered species in … Continue reading
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Ideas for the Next General Assembly
The elections this fall brought a philosophical sea change to the General Assembly. The dynamics have changed. But critical issues remain and good ideas can hopefully prevail if the goal is to truly improve Virginia in a few critical areas. … Continue reading
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Invest in Virginia Workers, Not Corporate Subsidies
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), once one of the most respected economic development teams in the country, has been taking it on the chin. A year ago, a Chinese company bilked the partnership for a $1.4 million incentive payment … Continue reading
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